How to protect myself while using a power tool while standing in water?

"Chemicals" are not necessarily bad for your health. Hydrochloric (muriatic) acid removes pretty much all mineral deposits from pretty much anything, and doesn't damage most surfaces (marble, limestone, and travertine excepted). It smells very strong and is irritating, but is NOT TOXIC and is naturally produced in your stomach in huge quantities. CLR and Lime Away are gentler, but less effective. All of these options are way less dangerous than using power tools in the shower.

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How to protect myself while using a power tool while standing in water?

What you want to do is just crazy. Have you ever seen someone electrocuted?? I have and trust me, it isn't pretty. Use an appropriate chemical like CLR and then get yourself a water softener. A clean shower isn't worth dying for.

How to protect myself while using a power tool while standing in water?

Battery operated tools, while working with one tool have the other battery charging. Keep switching. If you go with chemicals keep spraying it on a couple days maybe even hang wet fabric over the stains to hold the chemical in place while it soaks in.

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How to protect myself while using a power tool while standing in water?

Air powered tools make a lot of sense. They are just as powerful at the point of use as electric tools, provided the pressure and flow of air is adequate. They work well in wet conditions, and in fact some of them work underwater (underwater chainsaws used in specialty logging and demolition comes to mind). And you will not get shocked using them. Most tool types have an air powered equivalent, often they cost more, but if properly built they are rugged and very reliable.

How to protect myself while using a power tool while standing in water?

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Originally Posted by JenniferWA

I need to use a power tool in a shower with water turned on periodically. There will be water all over the shower and on my hands and feet. I need proper shoes and gloves that will protect me and enable me to do somewhat detailed work with my hands. Please help me know what to buy. Thank you!

WHY IN THE WORLD would the water need to be turned on periodically with you in there????
This is a serious question. I am very curious.

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